Position Changes

[huskysupporter]

Our offensive line is so bad, I spent some of last nights game looking at D Linemen than might be able to make the switch to O Line. No dice.

But after watching putrid play from our fullbacks, I got to thinking. Why not move Graham Stewart there next year? He has struggled mightily at LB this season, but I think he has the skills to be a very good fullback.

Any other players you think should make a switch?

 

[uconnbill]

I always thought Matt Walsh was a top notch linebacker in high school would make a good linebacker

 

[huskysupporter]

I always thought Matt Walsh was a top notch linebacker in high school would make a good linebacker

He was an excellent linebacker at Hand. Maybe flip Stewart for Walsh. Makes sense.

 

[FfldCntyFan]

I don't think we have sufficient numbers (quantity of players) returning on the defensive line where we can afford a move such as what you are recommending.

My prediction (well, actually merely a guess) is that next year's starting offensive line will be Oak at center, Hopkins & Crozier at guards (unsure who will be left & right, not overly concerned), Rutherford at left tackle and either Levy or Knappe at right tackle (I believe that by next year Levy could be solid at RT, Knappe has intriguing size and athleticism but still has quite a bit to learn).

We still need to add four offensive linemen (minimum three on scholarship) in every recruiting class going forward. Having a full four deep (20 bodies) with a full three deep (15) on scholarship, spread somewhat evenly over all five (redshirt year through fifth year senior) classes is vital for sustaining even a reasonable level of success.

 

[Bonehead]

I don't think the FB position is a viable position on this team moving forward. Spread and running QB no need for FB.

 

[huskysupporter]

I don't think the FB position is a viable position on this team moving forward. Spread and running QB no need for FB.

Has the coaching staff said that? Because I saw a lot of Clax and Walsh last night.

 

[jdb50]

Has the coaching staff said that? Because I saw a lot of Clax and Walsh last night.

And what happened when they were in? Our coach's are slow learners.

 

[Bonehead]

Has the coaching staff said that? Because I saw a lot of Clax and Walsh last night.

Coach staff says a lot of thbg I can't decipher - my assumption with the 2 QB's of the future.

 

[Edward M]

In high school Walsh's best asset as a football player was his very high football IQ and a an ability to read the offense from his MLB spot. Playing fullback, these skills were wasted as there were much less reads for him to make. Those skills are what made him an excellent linebacker and will contribute to him having a solid season this year.

 

[Drew]

In high school Walsh's best asset as a football player was his very high football IQ and a an ability to read the offense from his MLB spot. Playing fullback, these skills were wasted as there were much less reads for him to make. Those skills are what made him an excellent linebacker and will contribute to him having a solid season this year.

This is a great analysis, I picked up the Lindys preview magazine last night and they have Walsh listed as a "sleeper" at LB for us. Hopefully he can get on the field and make an impact

 

[Justin M]

Great stuff from @Edward M

"Walsh is a physical specimen and physical player but his strength might be his instincts. He seemingly has a knack of knowing where to be. How valuable is that? Walsh is going to play and he's going to play a lot."


http://www.courant.com/sports/uconn...otball-open-practice-0813-20150812-story.html

Good article by Des, outlines main stories from camp thus far including Walsh. Kid will make an impact this year

 

[Edward M]

I truly believe Walsh can be an impact player this year, he was underused at Fullback and is hungry to make an impact on the field for this team. I was recently hanging out with him and he is the most focused and disciplined that I have ever seen him (This is a kid that used to work out before and after practice in High School while most of his team was at the beach). He is physically and mentally ready to dominate and I look forward to watching him this year.

 

[ktuck911]

Has the coaching staff said that? Because I saw a lot of Clax and Walsh last night.

You sure you saw Walsh on O last night?

 

[31GuardTrap]

You sure you saw Walsh on O last night?

That post was from October.....